https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 18 May 2026 22:42:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277975 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 18:55:16 +0000 Maya 277975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Una 100%. But I still would not consider it a guarantee for the reasons I mentioned. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277942 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:52:52 +0000 catgirl 277942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tricia, measure something that fits you as you would like what you are ordering to fit. The whole bra size thing is just too confusing IMHO. I usually like a 36-38 measurement depending on stretch factor, as I like things a bit looser, especially if they need to button up or in a coat - I might go as high as 40 for outerwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277939 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:40:33 +0000 chewyspaghetti 277939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The bust measurement on a dress is measured across the fullest part, so you need to measure both yourself and some garments to see what might work on you. Your bra band size is the underbust measurement, and has nothing to do with garment sizing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277938 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:37:50 +0000 Dashrashi 277938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely not the band size (because that ignores the cups). You should measure a similar item (or an item of a similar fabrication) that fits properly to make sure, but you'll probably be looking for items with a 36-37" bust measurement, at least as far as 50s/60s wiggle dresses go. Jackets are a separate inquiry, and the best thing is to measure one you have that fits you well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277840 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:16:28 +0000 Tricia 277840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, good to know. But now I'm confused - let me clarify this. When I'm looking for a dress, do I need to go by the band size or the size of the fullest part of my bust? I'm not positive what my current band size is but I just had my MIL measure the fullest part of my bust and it was 36. So should I look for 36 bust? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277835 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:01:05 +0000 Maya 277835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bust measurements are tough because, at least in my experience,it has more to do with how much fabric there is in the front than what the measurement is. I am pretty small even at the fullest part of my bust (33", my band size is 28), but even when I find shirts with a 33-34" bust, if the fabric wasn't distributed properly for my proportions, it won't fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277830 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:51:18 +0000 Dashrashi 277830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The 38 is the bust measurement, and the best way to figure out yours is with a tape measure. At 32F, I have a 36.5-37 inch bust measurement, and I usually look for a 37 measurement in vintage dresses. 38 to 39 will give a bit more room--perfect for a 40s swing dress, but a little blousy for a 50s wiggle dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277828 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:41:19 +0000 Tricia 277828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That has a 38 bust, though, I just noticed...I'm still so new at this, and I know that because my bra size is 34 that I need a dress that's bigger than 34 (I think?) but 38 is probably TOO much extra space. It sure is gorgeous though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277780 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:10:38 +0000 Scarlet 277780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In this case I would say yes because the plaid is much more dominant than the double-breasted design, and besides how can you pass up something called a wiggle dress? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277588 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:34:04 +0000 Maya 277588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear DB coats and jackets, no problem. They are low contrast and narrow-set so it should look fine.</p> <p>Ok, clicking that link and seeing this dress pop up on the side just made me REALLY want it:</p> <p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62827237/vintage-60s-black-rayon-mini-party-dress?ref=v1_other_1" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/listing/62.....v1_other_1</a></p> <p>Sorry for the partial hijack... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277577 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:23:48 +0000 Debora 277577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope you decide to try it, Tricia. I am in love with that dress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277569 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:17:25 +0000 catgirl 277569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think so, and the only way to know is to try it! You are finding some FUN pieces, Tricia - I hope you'll post more photos... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277567 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:14:05 +0000 yardshark 277567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a 34F and I'd totally wear something like that (well on me the skirt length would have to be shortened, but), I think because it's not so much the double-breasted part as the portrait collar that is the standout feature. </p> <p>Only thing is, I personally would find it risky to purchase a one-off piece like that without being able to try it on. But that's just me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277519 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:01:30 +0000 Kyle 277519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you can pull this off, and if you do, I'd love to see the end result! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277517 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:58:16 +0000 Dashrashi 277517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I recently decided to make my life easier and just eschew double-breasted anything. It will always make me look wider than something that's not double-breasted, and life's too short to try and make it work. (32F, for the record.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277513 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:53:49 +0000 MsMaven 277513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I read your question I thought: tricky, but might work with a lowered neckline and non-bulky fabric. Then I look at the photo and voila, that is what I see. My only doubts with this dress are the straight lines of the plaid. It won't look so great if they are pulled out of line, but aside from that, it could work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277467 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 22:29:51 +0000 Stephanie 277467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the dress! Being the opposite of busty, I have no idea whether it would work. But I hope it will and that you buy it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277460 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 22:22:57 +0000 Tanya 277460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would say yes if the buttons are relatively close to each other, which they seem to be on that plaid dress. Very pretty item, btw. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-the-busty-ish-wear-double-breasted#post-277459 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 22:20:52 +0000 Tricia 277459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure of my current bra size (getting another fitting soon) but I was a 34 DD and I know I'm a bit smaller, at least in the cup, now. I almost hope the answer to this question is NO, because it would remove the temptation to buy this:</p> <p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62696380/vintage-50s-plaid-wool-wiggle-dress" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/listing/62.....ggle-dress</a> </p>